Graduate Certificate in Occupational Therapy

Introduction

This course provides theoretical, skilled knowledge and advanced practical skills required by occupational therapists in changing health and community contexts. The focus is on emerging theoretical knowledge of occupation, clinical reasoning as a basis for reflective practice, management and evaluation skills and applied research. The course is designed to enable students to incorporate into practice recent developments in occupational therapy, generic practice and management skills.

Duration and Availability

The program can be completed in one semester full-time, but is also offered on a part-time basis over two years.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent in occupational therapy.

Course Organisation

The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Therapy offers occupational therapists the opportunity to update their knowledge and skills. Upon completion of four units students will gain current knowledge and skills at an advanced level. Those occupational therapists wishing to apply for re-registration are strongly encouraged to undertake OT 642 – Clinical Education III to demonstrate achievement of professional competencies.

Course Outline

The course is a 100 credit point coursework program. Students select four optional units from.

How to Apply

Australian applicants are required to complete an “Application for Australian Resident Postgraduate Coursework Studies”. This form is available online at:
http://postgraduate.curtin.edu.au/local/docs/pgdegree_coursework.pdf (PDF).

Specific Requirements

Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screen Clearance Section of the handbook. Students are required to have a current Essential First Aid Certificate within four weeks of entry into the course.

Recognition of Prior Learning

No recognition of prior learning recognised.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure

Select 4 Option/s

Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) Study Period 1 (Commences January 2009)

311071 v.1 OT 540 Musculoskeletal Structure and Function

Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) First Semester

Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) Second Semester

Contact Details

For further information:

Faculty Student Services Office
Faculty of Health Sciences
Tel: (08) 9266 4583
Fax: (08) 9266 4593
Email: hlthsci-SS@exchange.curtin.edu.au
Website: ot.curtin.edu.au

International Enquiries

Tel: +61 8 9266 7331
Fax: +61 8 9266 2605
Email: international@curtin.edu.au

Information relating to this course may be subject to change. Full details of units and course structure can be obtained by contacting the above.